How To Fix KO327 - Order type &1 is not allowed for product cost collectors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 327

• Message text: Order type &1 is not allowed for product cost collectors

What causes this issue?

You chose a <DS:GLOS.3526B68CAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>order type</>
that is not allowed for in
<DS:GLOS.3526B6F2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>product cost collector</>.
Only order types that you create for order category <LS> "5" (Product
cost collector)</> are suitable for product cost collectors.

How to fix this error?

In customizing, you can display the order category for which an order
type was created.
Use F4 help to choose a suitable order type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO327 - Order type &1 is not allowed for product cost collectors ?

  The SAP error message KO327 indicates that the order type specified in the transaction is not allowed for product cost collectors. This error typically arises when trying to create or process a product cost collector with an order type that is not configured to handle product costing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used is not set up to be used with product cost collectors.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling area or order type settings may not allow for the use of product cost collectors.
  Master Data Issues: The product or material master data may not be correctly set up to allow for the specified order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Product Cost Planning > Product Cost Collector > Define Order Types.
  Ensure that the order type you are trying to use is allowed for product cost collectors.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Order Type:
  
  If the order type is not allowed, you may need to use a different order type that is configured for product cost collectors.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that it is set up correctly for product costing.
  Ensure that the relevant settings in the material master (like costing view) are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to product cost collectors and order types for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like KKS1 (Product Cost Collector) to view or manage product cost collectors.
  Use OKB9 to check the order type settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage product cost collectors.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KO327 error and successfully work with product cost collectors in SAP.